Forensic Psychologist III - Competency & Risk Evaluations

Texas Health and Human Services; Kerrville (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid employee health insurance

Defined benefit pension plan

Generous time-off benefits

Opportunities for career advancement

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services in Kerrville is seeking a Psychologist III – Forensic Evaluator responsible for conducting advanced psychological evaluations, including competency and violence risk assessments. This full-time role involves expert testimony and supervision of trainees under the direction of the State Hospital Medical Director.

The ideal candidate will hold a doctoral degree in psychology, possess forensic assessment experience, and be licensed as a Psychologist in Texas. The position may require up to 10% travel.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as a Psychologist in Texas or a reciprocity state.
• One year of supervised experience by a licensed psychologist.
• Experience conducting forensic assessments in an inpatient psychiatric setting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct forensic evaluations and violence risk assessments.
• Provide consultation and training on forensic evaluations.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop treatment plans.

Skills

Forensic psychological assessment

Knowledge of psychotherapy modalities

Use of psychological instruments

Ability to provide expert testimony

Ability to maintain documentation

Ability to supervise and train others

Education

Doctoral degree in psychology

Job description

Texas Health and Human Services in Kerrville is seeking a Psychologist III – Forensic Evaluator responsible for conducting advanced psychological evaluations, including competency and violence risk assessments. This full-time role involves expert testimony and supervision of trainees under the direction of the State Hospital Medical Director.

The ideal candidate will hold a doctoral degree in psychology, possess forensic assessment experience, and be licensed as a Psychologist in Texas. The position may require up to 10% travel.